On Site Project Manager (Caribbean)

This job is located primarily in the Caribbean with office work out of our Calgary, Alberta location. The role will start July, 2026.

Background Avia NG Airport Consultants represents the NextGen in airport consulting and brings together a unique team of experienced engineers, project managers, technologists and pilots that share a passion for airports and aviation. We take pride in creating and fostering a work environment where each person is treated as an individual and not a number. This passion motivates and drives us to deliver timely, high quality and innovative services to our clients and business partners.

We are currently seeking a client-oriented on site Project Manager to join our team.

What are the perks? We offer:

RRSP - Company matching contribution

100% Company paid benefits

Opportunities for growth and development

Why are we hiring? We are growing and growing fast! We are adding to our ranks to create a great work life balance for all. This role is a permanent full-time position on-site with our Caribbean team.

What does a typical day look like for our Project Managers? Project Managers at Avia NG are the central hub and manage projects from start to finish.

Oversee the planning, design and construction phase services for airfield infrastructure projects;

Develop and prepare figures, design drawings, specifications, calculations, cost estimates, quantity take-offs, technical reports, etc.;

Undertake research activities to identify and develop potential solutions to design challenges associated with airfield facility design/construction;

Project management and contract administration duties (resident and non-resident) for airport infrastructure and planning projects including but not limited to the preparation of budget/schedule updates, progress payment certificates, shop drawing review, site instructions, change orders, commissioning inspections, etc.;

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current airport design and planning Transport Canada, ICAO, FAA, IATA, ASSI, ECCAA and related standards and recommended practices;

Provide QA/QC for in-progress and completed designs;

Consult with suppliers or contractors to interpret specifications or other contract criteria;

Develop and maintain client relationships effectively;

Inspect project construction sites and evaluate contractor work to determine compliance with Contract Documents and prepare daily records, summary reports, update schedules, and other documentation as required;

Assist with the preparation of proposals;

Provide support to the Project Team as required;

Monitor the contractor with respect to the design of the facility. This includes quality assurance checks, facilitate shop drawing review, review of necessary design or product changes;

Prepared applicable contractor reporting forms;

Prepare regular status and management reports regarding progress of work, costs versus budget, quality, schedule. This will include progress photos, daily work summaries, etc.;

Support the project team on keeping the client and stakeholders informed on project status and impacts on airfield operations;

Plan and conduct site visits, site reviews and field surveys; and

Mentoring of junior staff.

What do we need from you? Our best fit for this role would be a self-starter 5-year civil engineer who has experience in civil engineering design or project engineering, and is known for seeing ahead of the curve, getting in front of problems before they arise.

Additional skills and experience we are seeking:

Motivated Engineer-in-Training or P. Eng with up to 5 years of experience

Demonstrated experience and/or interest in civil engineering, design or project coordination/management for the aviation /transportation industry

Strong communication and report writing skills and ability to prioritize/manage multiple project timelines.

Proficient with MS Office suite of programs (MS Word, Excel, Outlook), experience with AutoCAD Civil3D would be advantageous

Valid Driver’s license

Topographic survey experience, geotechnical/pavement design knowledge are considered assets

Avia NG is committed to providing equal opportunity to candidates of all abilities.

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